Magnificent survivors

Whatever your passion–be it gardening, fishing, sailing, shooting or equestrian sport– you can live the countryside dream in one of these idyllic Hampshire houses

East Anglia appears to be full of wonders, from carriage driving and an escaped puma to a Harrods pavilion and ancient forests, as these houses show

From picturesque settings to Forsyte Saga inspiration, the West Country has something for everyone

Two superb country estates, one with an illustrious racing and hunting history, offer the chance to live the ultimate rural dream

With rolling valleys, serene rivers and architectural character aplenty, what’s not to like about this county?

Sue Harragin has a clutch of old black-and-white photographs which, though not in any way exceptional, offer a beguiling glimpse into everyday life at her moorland cottage some 70 years ago. The neat